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Sonus 65 Convertible Car Seat Support
What's in the box?
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Contents
1 Car SeatProduct Dimensions
19.0 x 30.0 x 19.0 in
Package Dimensions
19.13 x 29.63 x 19.13 in
Product Weight
11.5 lbs.
Package Weight
14.9 lbs.
Harness Type
5-point harness
Harness Rethread
Manual Re-Thread Harness
Harness Covers
Yes
Assembly Required
No
Hardware Included
No
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Care
- DO NOT lubricate or immerse in water the LATCH connectors, the buckle, or any other part of this child restraint, unless rinsing is permitted, as stated on the back of the buckle for your restraint.
- Plastic and metal parts may be wiped clean with mild soap and water and dried with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
- Take care not to damage any labels.
- Cup holder liners are dishwasher safe (top rack only).
- The harness can be wiped clean with mild soap and water. Allow harness to air dry.
- Machine wash the seat pad separately in cold water, delicate cycle. Tumble dry 10 to 15 minutes on low heat.
- NEVER use child restraint without the seat pad.
- To protect the child restraint from damage caused by weather, rodents, and other elements common to garages, the outdoors, and other storage locations, remove the seat pad and thoroughly clean the restraint and pad prior to storage. Take care to clean in the areas where crumbs and other debris tend to accumulate.
Materials
Polyester
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Car Seat Specifications
Machine Washable Surface
Yes
Steel Reinforced
No
Bubble Level
NoHarness Covers
YesLatch Install
YesLightweight
NoNo Rethread Harness
NoSide Impact Protection
YesAnti-Rebound Bar
NoSensorsafe
NoConverts to No Back Booster
NoHigh Back
NoHas Harness Booster Mode
NoRear-Facing Mode
Weight
5.0 - 40.0 lbs
Height
19.0 - 40.0 inForward-Facing Mode
Weight
22 - 65 lbsHeight
28 - 50 inSonus 65 Convertible Car Seat
Will this car seat work for a new born?
Child Specs (5-65lbs) REAR-FACING Weight: 5-40 lbs (2.3-18 kg) Height: 19-40 in. (48-102 cm) Fit: Top of head is at least 25 mm (1 inch) below the top of the child restraint seat back. FORWARD-FACING Weight: 22-65 lbs (10-29.4 kg) Height: 28-50 in. (71-127 cm) Age: At least 2 years old Fit: The tops of the child’s ears are at or below the top of child restraint seat back."
Will this work well on an airplane?
The Sonus 65 is FAA approved.
How do you install this car seat?
There are belt paths on the side of the seat, one rear facing and one for forward facing. Your LATCH or vehicle seat belt will feed through the belt path and you would attach the LATCH to the anchors. Or if using vehicle seat belt you will just buckle the belt in. The seat will come with instructions which does show and explain how to install the seat.
How wide is this seat?
How wide is this seat?
What is a re-thread harness?
Re-thread means the harness is attached to a splitter plate and in order to change the harness, one must remove the straps from the plate and re-thread through another slot in the seat.
Does this car seat have a steel frame?
The Sonus 65 does not have a reinforced steel frame.
When installed as rear facing, does it lean back or sit straight up?
It does recline when rear facing.
What is the manufacture date and expiration date?
The manufacture date and expiration date is found on the car seat or the registration card that comes with the seat. The Sonus 65 has a 6 year lifespan from the manufacture date.
Do you have to re-thread this to adjust the shoulder straps?
Yes, the Sonus 65 is a re-thread harness.
How much does it weigh?
The Sonus 65 weighs 11.5 lbs.
What's the difference between this and the Stratos Convertible Car Seat?
The Stratos has an adjustable headrest.
Does this come with the car seat base?
There is no separate base for convertible seats; the base or recline stand/foot is already assembled to the seat.
Is this a booster seat?
This seat is a convertible seat and can be used rear facing from 5-40 lbs, and forward facing from 22-65 lbs. It does not convert to a booster.
What is the depth of the seat?
19".
Is the seat cover machine washable?
Yes, the seat cover and pads are machine washable.
Does it have two cup holders?
Yes, there will be a cup holder on each side of the seat.
Does it have a tether strap?
It does come with a tether strap.
Does this car seat have the LATCH?
Yes, it will come with the lower LATCH connectors.
Sonus Convertible Car Seat
Can you instal it with a seat belt instead of the LATCH system?
The Sonus Convertible Car Seat can be installed in the vehicle with the vehicle seat belt or with the lower LATCH.
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Will this car seat work for a new born?
Child Specs (5-65lbs) REAR-FACING Weight: 5-40 lbs (2.3-18 kg) Height: 19-40 in. (48-102 cm) Fit: Top of head is at least 25 mm (1 inch) below the top of the child restraint seat back. FORWARD-FACING Weight: 22-65 lbs (10-29.4 kg) Height: 28-50 in. (71-127 cm) Age: At least 2 years old Fit: The tops of the child’s ears are at or below the top of child restraint seat back."
Does this car seat come with its base included?
The Sonus car seat does not have a separate base since it is a convertible seat. The recline stand is affixed to the underside of the seat, and the seat stays installed in the vehicle.
Can this seat be carried around as an infant carrier?
The Sonus is considered a convertible car seat and does not have the carry handle like infant seats do.
Will this work well on an airplane?
The Sonus 65 is FAA approved.
How do you install this car seat?
There are belt paths on the side of the seat, one rear facing and one for forward facing. Your LATCH or vehicle seat belt will feed through the belt path and you would attach the LATCH to the anchors. Or if using vehicle seat belt you will just buckle the belt in. The seat will come with instructions which does show and explain how to install the seat.
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